Animism

""Animism: The Seed of Religion"" is a book written by Edward Clodd that explores the origins of religion. The book examines the concept of animism, which is the belief in the existence of spirits or souls in non-human entities such as animals, plants, and objects. Clodd argues that animism is the foundation of all religions and that it has played a significant role in shaping human beliefs and practices throughout history. He also discusses the impact of animism on various cultures and religions, including Christianity, Islam, and Hinduism. The book provides a comprehensive overview of animism and its influence on human spirituality, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and philosophy of religion.1921. Contents: Prehuman Elements in Religion; Brain in Animal and Man; Naturalism or Conception of Power Everywhere; Nature of Spirit; Spirits in Inanimate Things; Objects of Worship; Absentee Gods; Maleficent Spirits; Benevolent Gods; Tree and Animal Worship; Stone Worship; Water Worship; Deification and Worship of Ancestors; Bibliography.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.